/wbg/ - Worldbuilding General - /lit/ (#24506823) [Archived: 811 hours ago]

Anonymous
6/29/2025, 10:02:02 PM No.24506823
teenage boy watching the planets and stars
teenage boy watching the planets and stars
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Cosmos Edition

FAQ:
>What is worldbuilding?
Worldbuilding is the process of creating entire fictional worlds from scratch, all while considering the logistics of these worlds to make them as believable as possible. Worldbuilding asks questions about the setting of a world, and then answers them, often in great detail. Most people use it as a means of creating a setting or the scenery for a story.
>"Isn't there a Worldbuilding general in >>>/tg/ already?"
Yes, there is. However, that general is focused on the creation of fictional worlds for the intended purpose of playing TTRPG campaigns. Here you can discuss worldbuilding projects that are not meant to be used for a roleplaying setting, but for novels, videogames, or any other kind of creative project.
>"Can I discuss the setting of my campaign here, though?"
If you want to, but it would probably be better to discuss it on >>>/tg/ . We don't allow the discussion of TTRPG mechanics, however. If you want to discuss stats or which D&D edition is best, this is not the place.
>"Can I talk about an existing fictional setting that is not mine?"
Yes, of course you can!
>"Does worldbuilding need to be about fantasy and elves?"
Worldbuilding, as already stated above, and contrary to what many believe, does not inherently imply blatantly copying Tolkien. In fact, there are many science-fiction setting out there, and even entire alternative history settings which do not possess supernatural elements at all. Any kind of science fiction book has an implied setting at least, which involves a certain degree of worldbuilding put into it.

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Anonymous
6/29/2025, 10:07:06 PM No.24506833
car traveling through space
car traveling through space
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>>24506823 (OP)
Thread Questions:
>What is the cosmology of your setting like? Is it a universe like ours, or something more fantastical?
>How does the solar system of your setting compare? And how much do people in-setting know about it and the heavens beyond?
>Do the stars and planets have any special significance to the people in your setting, mystical or otherwise, and if so, what is said significance?
>When creating planets and star systems for your settings, what's your process? What guides and resources do you use?
>If travelling between planets is possible for the people in your setting, how does it work? What about between stars and solar systems, and what are your thoughts on FTL in general?

I kept waiting for someone to make a new thread, but no one did, so here. As a bonus question, since itโ€™s Pride Month, how does your setting treat LGBTQ individuals, and what are some ways to encourage acceptance of said individuals in oneโ€™s settings besides things like having gods or famous heroes who are LGBTQ?